Thrive Together Education was founded by Pam, who recognised a growing need for meaningful, compassionate support for families, schools, and community groups. Through her work supporting children, young people, and parents during some of the most challenging moments of their lives, it became clear that many settings needed earlier intervention, clearer guidance, and a more joined‑up approach.
Drawing on years of experience across emotional wellbeing services, family support, residential childcare, and the family court process, Pam set out to create a service that brings together knowledge, compassion, and practical support in a way that truly empowers those who need it.
What began as Pam’s vision has grown into a small, dedicated team known for its reliability, empathy, and heart‑centred approach. Today, Thrive Together Education will build on that foundation, helping children, families, and school communities move forward with confidence, resilience, and hope.

At Thrive Together Education, we believe that meaningful support is built through strong, trusted partnerships. That’s why we work closely with an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) specialist, ensuring that families and young people facing complex or high‑risk situations receive the expert guidance and safeguarding support they need.
This partnership strengthens our ability to respond with sensitivity, professionalism, and the right level of intervention. By combining our educational expertise with specialist IDVA knowledge, we are able to provide a more holistic, informed, and compassionate service to the children, families, and schools we support.

Making a referral or booking with Thrive Together Education is simple. Whether you're a parent, school, or community organisation, you can get in touch directly to discuss your needs and the type of support you're looking for.
To refer a family, request a programme, or book a workshop, just email us at hello@thrivetogethereducation.net. Once we receive your message, a member of our team will respond to guide you through the next steps and arrange the most suitable support for your situation.

BRIDGE is a 10 week tailored support programme for separated parents. It helps improve communication, reduce conflict, and create stable arrangements that focus on the needs of children.

• Improve communication between parents
• Reduce conflict and tension
• Create clear Parenting Plans
• Keep children at the centre of decisions
• Offer support from a trained Family Practitioner

Ongoing conflict and unclear arrangements can affect children’s wellbeing. BRIDGE supports parents to create calmer, more consistent environments where children can feel safe and secure.

We provide supported and supervised contact sessions in a safe and structured setting, helping children maintain and develop positive relationships with their parents.

At Thrive Together Education, our McKenzie Friend Service provides practical, emotional, and procedural support to parents and family members who are navigating the family court process.

We understand that attending court can feel overwhelming, particularly when you are representing yourself. Our service is designed to help you feel more confident, organised, and prepared throughout your journey. Drawing on both professional expertise and lived experience, we offer a supportive and non-judgemental approach, helping you understand the court process and what to expect at each stage.

Our McKenzie Friend Service can include:

• Support in preparing for court hearings
• Assistance with organising paperwork and court documents
• Help understanding court procedures and terminology
• Guidance in preparing statements and position statements
• Emotional support before, during, and after hearings
• Attending court with you to provide support and take notes
• Helping you stay focused on the issues being considered by the court

A McKenzie Friend is not a solicitor or barrister and does not provide legal advice, legal representation, or act on your behalf in court. While we can offer guidance, practical assistance, and support throughout the process, any decisions regarding legal matters should be discussed with a qualified legal professional.

Our role is to empower you with information, confidence, and support so that you can effectively participate in your own case and make informed decisions for yourself and your family.

At Thrive Together Education, we believe that no one should have to face the family court process alone. We are here to provide compassionate, understanding, and practical support every step of the way.hat's a product or service you'd like to show.

Our THRIVE programme is a wellbeing workshop designed to support both children and adults in better understanding the impact of social media use on mental health. Developed through real‑world experience and frontline emotional wellbeing work, THRIVE focuses on early intervention, education, and open conversations that help families navigate the digital world with confidence.
The workshop helps children and young people explore how social media influences their emotions, relationships, self‑esteem, and daily wellbeing. Through engaging activities and practical tools, we encourage healthier online habits and greater self‑awareness.
THRIVE also supports parents and carers, helping them recognise potential online risks and feel more confident discussing digital behaviour, safety, and emotional wellbeing with their children. By strengthening understanding at home, we aim to build a supportive environment where young people can thrive both online and offline.
Schools and community groups are offered tailored support based on the specific issues arising within their setting. This includes ongoing guidance, follow‑up sessions, and bespoke resources to ensure the programme continues to meet the evolving needs of pupils, staff, and families.
This programme has been shaped by our direct work in emotional health services. As an Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner, Pam delivers one‑to‑one support to children and young people, and through this work it has become increasingly clear that early education around social media is essential. THRIVE was created in response to this growing need, offering proactive guidance before issues escalate.

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at Thrive Together Education. The safety and wellbeing of children, young people, and families is our highest priority, and we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of practice across all of our work.

All members of our team are DBS‑checked and have completed appropriate safeguarding training relevant to their roles. This ensures that every member of staff is equipped to recognise concerns, respond appropriately, and promote a safe environment for everyone we support.

A copy of our Safeguarding Policy will be issued following referral so that families, schools, and community organisations have full clarity on our procedures, responsibilities, and commitment to best practice.

At Thrive Together Education, our small but dedicated team brings a wealth of experience from across education, family support, safeguarding, and specialist services. Each member plays a vital role in ensuring families, children, and schools receive compassionate, knowledgeable, and reliable.

Pam is the Founder and Service Manager of Thrive Together Education. With over ten years of experience supporting families across a range of organisations, Pam brings extensive knowledge, compassion, and understanding to every family she works with.

Alongside her professional expertise, Pam has personal experience of navigating the family court process, giving her a unique and genuine understanding of the emotional, practical, and often complex challenges families can face. This combination of lived experience and professional knowledge enables her to provide empathetic, informed, and effective support to parents and children alike.

Throughout her career, Pam has supported families involved in family court proceedings, delivering parenting programmes and providing guidance through emotional health and wellbeing services for children and young people. Her work has focused on helping families strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate periods of significant change with confidence and resilience.

As a qualified tutor, Pam delivers specialist parenting programmes for separated parents who are navigating the family court process. Drawing on both her professional background and personal experience, she is able to support families with authenticity, understanding, and practical guidance tailored to their individual circumstances.

Pam's commitment to empowering parents, supporting children, and promoting positive family outcomes is at the heart of Thrive Together Education, shaping the values, vision, and quality of every service provided.

Charley is our admin guru and your first point of contact. She ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes, offering friendly, efficient support from the moment you get in touch. Her organisation and attention to detail help keep our service responsive and accessible.

At Thrive Together Education, we recognise that every family, school, and community group has unique needs — and sometimes the most effective support involves working alongside other professionals or specialist services. When this is the case, we will always signpost you to the right support with clarity, care, and transparency.
If during our work we identify that additional or alternative support may be beneficial, we will discuss this openly with you and help guide the next steps. This may include signposting to local wellbeing services, specialist safeguarding teams, domestic abuse support, mental health services, or community organisations that can offer further help.
Our aim is to ensure that no family or school feels alone or unsure about where to turn. We will always provide clear information, relevant contacts, and practical guidance so you feel confident accessing the support that best meets your needs.